2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 2002 Mazda 323
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (128 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 323. (97 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 345 kg more than 2002 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Mondeo (331 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda 323. (145 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 2002 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Mondeo | 323 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |
